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Metacritic 77

Etrian Odyssey III: The Drowned City

Atlus|2010RPG

LumiScore?Our 0–100 score for how developmentally beneficial and low-risk this game is for children. Higher is better.

70/ 100
GREAT
120+ min/day recommended

Growth

63/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to describe their map-making process and the strategies they use in combat. Discuss the different roles of their party members and how they work together. Play the local co-op challenges with them to foster teamwork.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention4/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
86
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
43
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)63/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
2/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

Not enough information in the game description to determine if two female characters talk to each other about something other than a man.

Parent Pro-Tip

Playing Etrian Odyssey III can significantly boost your child's problem-solving, strategic planning, and organizational skills. The map-making feature enhances spatial reasoning and attention to detail. Cooperative play with friends can improve communication and teamwork.

What your child develops

Etrian Odyssey III offers a rich experience in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and spatial awareness through its intricate dungeon exploration and unique map-making mechanic. Players develop critical thinking skills by optimizing their party composition and tactical combat decisions. The local co-op mode fosters teamwork and communication among friends.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreeReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Off tranquil ocean shores, far below the surface of the sea, the city of Armoroad bears a secret. Rumor suggests that this coastal metropolis is less than it once was; much of it, they whisper, was lost to the unforgiving waters.